Atop majestic Donner Summit, enjoying the most snowfall in Tahoe, sits Sugar Bowl Resort, long considered the Grand Dame of Tahoe skiing for its rich history dating back to 1939 when resort founders had first pick on best location. 74 years later, you’ll find the prefect mix of classic high-alpine charm and modern amenities, including the new Crow’s Peak chair, opening this winter with some of the finest tree skiing in the region. As the closest major resort to Sacramento and the Bay Area, skiers enjoy Sugar Bowl’s ease & convenience, with hundreds of free slopeside parking spots. 13 chairlifts access 1,650 acres with 1,500 vertical, and an open boundary policy for access to endless backcountry terrain. In 2012, Sugar Bowl took over operations at neighboring Royal Gorge Cross Country, North America’s largest XC resort, boasting 200km of groomed trails across 6,000 acres of scenic terrain. A truly unique resort experience with wonderful skiing & riding, plus XC skating & striding, surrounding America’s only snowbound village.